The Legend of Aaron Schock Grows

"If Hyde had asked" -- which he didn't -- "Jesse would have endorsed him," says one of Jackson's staffers.

As for Jackson's summer plans, the same staffer says "he's been told to be available June 3rd if called."

June 3rd is the start of the Blagojevich federal trial, unless SCOTUS grants a trial delay. Jackson testimony may make commuting back and forth to Washington a bit tough for the Congressman ... and others on the witness list.